Apple Cranberry and Walnut Bread

Bursting with warm, fall-inspired flavors, this Apple Cranberry and Walnut Bread is a moist and hearty quick bread perfect for breakfast, snacking, or holiday gifting. Made with unsweetened applesauce, sweet diced apples, tart cranberries, and crunchy walnuts, every bite delivers a delightful balance of textures and flavors. Elevated with aromatic cinnamon and a touch of vanilla, this loaf is easy to prepare in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection in under an hour. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or toasted the next day, this homemade bread is a comforting treat that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for cozy mornings or festive spreads, it’s a must-try for anyone who loves seasonal baking!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 0.25 cups brown sugar, packed
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 2 large eggs
• 0.5 cups unsweetened applesauce
• 0.25 cups vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 medium apple, peeled, cored, and diced
• 1 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, chopped
• 0.75 cups walnuts, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and set it aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs. Stir in the applesauce, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Avoid overmixing, as this can make the bread dense.

Step 5

Fold in the diced apple, chopped cranberries, and walnuts until evenly distributed.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Step 9

Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1013.1 grams (1013.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3004

Total Fat 124.70g	160%
Saturated Fat 17.00g	85%
Polyunsaturated Fat 33.60g
Cholesterol 372mg	124%
Sodium 2872mg	125%
Total Carbohydrate 442.10g	161%
Dietary Fiber 20.30g	73%
Total Sugars 232.70g
Protein 53.30g	107%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 246mg	19%
Iron 17mg	95%
Potassium 1148mg	24%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.2%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 57.0%